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A storm came through last night with heavy rain and high winds. This morning my peach tree was found broken.  Is there any hope for this tree?  Can I save the half that is still standing (this is year six for the tree and the first year it is fruiting).

Any suggestion would be appreciated.
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Probably better off starting over on that tree. The other major limb also has a narrow crotch, susceptible to sudden failure during a wind or heavy fruit load.
 
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Thanks for your input.  I was afraid that was the answer.  I'm going to try to nurse the "good" half through ripening and then I'll have to get a new one next year.

Joseph Lofthouse wrote:Probably better off starting over on that tree. The other major limb also has a narrow crotch, susceptible to sudden failure during a wind or heavy fruit load.

 
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It does not hurt to try to salvage what is left of the tree after trimming off that broken limb.

What do you have to lose?

Cut the broken limb and hope for the best.
 
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